2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Malibu | HR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 136 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |